Katharine Gibbs School, established in 1911, has earned a
reputation for preparing graduates for rewarding professional
careers. We are a career-oriented institution involved in its
community and dedicated to the development and professional
growth of the individual student. A student's educational
experience at Gibbs provides the foundation for life-long
learning.
Small Class Sizes - Students receive one-on-one
attention.
Hands-on Training - Students learn by doing, using the
techniques and tools of professionals working in your desired
career field.
Extra Help - Available by professors and upper-level
classmates.
Financial Aid - Representatives are always accessible to
students to answer any questions in regard to student finances.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
Industry-Current Equipment
Career Placement Assistance Services - Assisting current
students with part-time employment and graduates with full time
employment opportunities.
Day, Evening and Weekend Classes
Experienced Professional Professors - Many of our
professors are experienced professionals who work in the field
that they teach, bringing real world experience into the
classroom.
Extensive Program Offerings - Our programs can prepare
students for employment in many of today's in-demand careers.
Great Location - We are conveniently located near public
transportation and major parkways on Long Island.
Associate in Applied Science in Graphic Design
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Gibbs knows you need skills beyond conceptual design to keep your
edge in a competitive market. In addition to the important
elements of graphic design, you can have the opportunity to
develop you conceptual and artistic talents and interpersonal
communication skills.
Our graphic design program also includes classes in multimedia
where students can develop the technical skills required to be
successful in today's digital world. Gibbs students become
familiar with industry-current computer software for graphic
artists so that they can be current with what the graphic design
industry demands.
Upon completion of the graphic design program, experience a sense
of pride and accomplishment when you are able to show a
professional-quality portfolio that you produced yourself.
With Gibbs' graphic design program, you should be prepared to
begin a dynamic career working in the following areas:
- Advertising agency
- Design studio
- Corporate art department
- Publishing house
- Newspaper
- Record company
- Freelance graphic designer
Associate of Occupational Studies in Game and Web Design
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Katharine Gibbs Melville created the Associate in Occupational
Studies degree in Game and Web Design to prepare students for a
variety of employment opportunities within this growing industry.
Students have the opportunity to take advantage of game design
principles and techniques that enable them to compose innovative
and entertaining games and websites.
In addition to the necessary technical courses, the program
includes courses in business, English and career development.
These courses are necessary for students so they can develop the
interpersonal and communication skills they need to be
successful. Graduates of the game and web design program at Gibbs
should have the tools they need to be able to efficiently
translate a client idea into a tangible visual project.
*Programs and availability are subject to change.
